I stopped by Roopkala Sari Palace to pick up a dress for a traditional Indian reception. I wasn't…read moresure what to expect after the bride recommended stopping here, and still wasn't sure as I pulled up to the small office building space. But once I walked inside I knew I'd come to the right place: racks upon racks filled with all sorts of saris and traditional gowns. The owner, Gita, was wonderful, she helped point me in the right direction and gave me advice on what to wear: style, color, how to fix my hair, jewelry to wear, etc. I was able to try on several different outfits, most ranging between $99-110 (that's the lowest quote she could give me on the gowns, there were more expensive options though, and the sari's start around $35). My only complaint is that the dresses are as they come, you can have sleeves added if there is extra fabric that comes with the dress (I was quoted $7 for both sleeves which includes a tucking in of the bodice as well). But if the dress does fit or doesn't fit, that's the risk you run. My gown, a beautiful long navy blue dress with silver stitching across the bodice, cost $99+tax. Overall, I enjoyed my experience at Roopkala and would return in the future for a traditional Indian dress.

I had a very positive experience here. My boyfriend needed a dupatta for his kurta pajama. After…read morerunning around to 3-4 stores in Cary/Morrisville and encountering terrible customer service and even stores that were closed during business hours, we found everything we needed here! She had a great selection of dupattas in the specific color we needed. She also had huge selection of bangles and some simple bindis. I felt all of the prices were reasonable and she didn't lie about quality/material (which is another problem we faced at the other stores). The customer service was great, and we did not face any rude behavior like the other reviewers have mentioned.

NOT size inclusive like most places these days! Sample…read moredresses in store only fit size 6 or less I couldn't tell this dress is terribly constructed, the consultants ordered the dress way too big and despite over $1,000 of alterations - it fit terribly on my wedding day. I question the methods of the alterations team as the dress was altered totally wrong and it lost the a-line shape of the skirt and ended up TOO TIGHTand the owner who told me I should have been more vocal during my SIX FITTINGS (despite sending multiple emails, begging for changes, and leaving the salon CRYING), it still wasn't enough. Now she says I'm just complaining to get money. The best thing for me would be for no other bride to go through the stress and gaslighting I suffered through this process. AVOID Lana Addison and the sister store Alexia's unless you are very thin, rich, and extremely vocal about your opinion. The nice, slightly bigger girls just get their wallets emptied and their concerns swept under the rug.

Really enjoyed my experience at Lana Addison and found my dream wedding dress there! The consultant…read morewas helpful and knowledgeable. She had me try on dresses I was requesting (that met my criteria) and a few that met most of my criteria but not all and surprisingly the dress I ended up choosing I never would have dreamed of choosing!

I had a really great experience at Maggi's Bridal! The shop itself is so cute, well organized and…read morequiet. They only take so many appointments at one time so it's very personal and not a mad house compared to other popular bridal shops. As someone who gets overwhelmed easily this was such a relief. My associate Riley was such an angel, I could tell she really cared about my experience and made me feel heard and helped me articulate different things about the dresses to narrow down what I did or didn't like. She and the other associate who popped in occasionally (I didn't catch her name, but she was so wonderful to) really helped me get into dresses and made sure they looked right on me, and as a plus size bride with fewer options typically, they really did a wonderful job. They made me feel like I belonged and was deserving of a great experience and beautiful gown which meant a lot to me. They ran around pulling gowns, showing me skirts and using fabric to change the color - it was really cool and fun! I am so glad we went with this shop and they should be proud of how they train their employees, they were genuinely so so kind, caring, and knowledgeable. I can't thank them enough, and would absolutely recommend this shop to anyone looking for a truly individual, private, and well rounded shopping experience.

My sisters, mom, and I had a great time shopping for my wedding dress at Maggie Bridal. As bride…read moreon the curvier side I was terrified of wedding dress shopping, but our consultant was so understanding and made it a very enjoyable and comfortable experience. We tried on a few dresses and found one I really liked! I wasnt sure I would find "the one" so quickly so we went to a few other stores, and ended up coming back at the end of the day to order the dress! They took my measurements and recommended that I order the dress custom cut from the designer, which was a great suggestion (less work altering the dress). I received the dress a few months later and set out to have it altered. Once that was done, I took the dress back to Maggi Bridal were they steamed at no cost to me.

Service was fantastic! There were so many dresses and accessories! Pamela was just amazing!read more

I went to 3 different places over the weekend and Gilded was simply amazing! My party and myself…read moreall agreed the Pamela was a top notch consultant! She knew her stuff, she asked the right questions, she gave expert feedback! She was phenomenal! I can't sing her praises enough!! The selection was great and within my price point.

I booked Larissa with hopes that she'd be able to help me with my bridesmaid dress from Revelry for…read morea wedding in May. The dress I ordered was way too big and needed the bust, waist and some length taken off on the bottom. Once I got there and put on the dress, she pinched the side of the dress with just her fingers, asked me where else I wanted it to get taken in, then went to write up an estimate. She didn't pin it, she didn't take chalk to the bottom to know how much to alter too. When she came back she said it would be too expensive. I asked her what the price would be, because that wasn't very clear. She said it would cost $310 to alter everything. I asked her how much it would be to keep the length and just take the sides and bust, she replied " well how are you going to walk?". I figured I would be able to take the length myself and have her take in the rest, as it's only a french seem at the bottom of the dress. However, I was a little taken back by the comment and decided to find another place to get my alterations done as her step price seemed a little too steep for me. The next day I booked an alterations at Nordstrom,and they quoted me $110 dollars for everything I asked for from Larisa. I have no doubt that Larissa is very skilled however, I feel like the price for alterations was a little too steep in my opinion for a bridesmaid dress.

Please read this review before considering going to this shop…read more I brought my wedding dress in to be altered 3 months before my wedding date. Larisa demanded full payment up front, charged a $75 credit card fee, and said the only time I could pick up the dress was the week before my wedding (she said no to a second fitting). The total charges were $1,325.00 for the alterations (to hem the dress, bring the top in, shorten the straps, and add a bustle) and an additional $250.00 for the dress to be steamed. With the credit card charge added in, the total ended up being $1,649.00. I went to this appointment by myself, and she took advantage of that fact. She intentionally and predatorially took advantage of the fact that I have not done this before and was by myself. Within 5 hours of me leaving the shop, I went back to cancel the transaction and get my dress back. The shop was closed. I returned the next day at 11:00 AM, and still the shop was closed. I was then forced to call her and say that I want a refund, and that I want to pick up my dress. She was unpleasant and unreasonable, stating that the only time the dress could be picked up was nearly a week later and that she had already started cutting (less than 24 hours from when I dropped of the dress). I find that very hard to believe, considering the only option I had to pick up my dress was a week before my wedding, which was 3 months away. There is a lot more to this story, including her not giving me a full refund, making rude comments about my mother-in-law's nationality, telling me "I'm too young to speak to her like that" when I was assertive about getting a refund and hanging up on me. She also admitted that if I went to another seamstress, they would charge me $900. When she was presented with the fact that she took advantage of me, her response was "well, why did she come by herself?" - two clear admissions of her horrible morals and lack of character. Overall, she is racist, ageist, and volatile. Please, please, please do not go to her for service!

I love Rose & Lee clothes and store…read more The items are always so soft, easy to care for, and look stylish. As a working woman I really appreciate the choices that I can add to my wardrobe. The pieces can be professional or playful. They fit true to size and wash well. You earn points for shopping, so every year for my birthday I get myself something for free. The bags and accessories are very cute, jeans fit so snug and soft, and hats are very fashionable. Support local and women owned. Sign up for emails to know when specials are happening.

Okay ladies, if you haven't checked out Rose and Lee collective its a must! A little back story…read moreabout the shop. The owners wanted to create a store within their community that supports businesses. Amber Said that " you shouldn't have to choose between doing good and looking and feeling your best." That's why they offer you style with a story! I came in and I was greeted right away by one of the owners Amber she was so nice! She showed me around the store and told me the story behind the business and the venders she supports. She also shared the range of price points on items in her store. The clothing range from $30-70. There were only a few pieces over $100. They also carry jewelry ranging from $16-$80 dollars. I know what you might be thinking kind of pricey, but the brands of jewelry they carry are empowering others. The brands restore power and offer outreach to women who have experienced challenges. IE: Addiction, homelessness or have been victims of human trafficking. You can purchase everything online and you can find out more information about the brands on how they give back on their website! You can also book a giveback gathering via there website. I really enjoyed my visit at Rose and Lee Co and I will defiantly be back for a wardrobe session with Prisca in the near future! If you're reading this come and support this local business in apex you will be so happy you did!

absolute best women's consignment shop!! amazing wide range of brands and styles! and great place…read moreto sell your designer clothes, shirts and bags that may be sitting in your closet - you can use the sales towards that perfect Chanel bag you've always wanted

This shop is amazing. It has by far the widest selection of vintageware I have found it so far in…read morethe Raleigh area. And I say this as someone who has been to many a thrift shop, as well as a couple of the other vintage doors that show up on Yelp in the Research Triangle area. On this occasion I was in dire need of a dress to wear for a mehndi social event and was looking for something very much in alignment to a beautiful multi-colored number I had rented from Rent the Runway last summer. In hindsight, I should have bought that dress when I had a chance, but that's the thing about hindsight. . . Anyways, Dress proved to be a really fun browsing experience. The store is large and the racks are full and generally assorted by color, which really helps when you're looking for something specific. I tried on two items. One: a multicolored tunic style dress and 2: a really cute romper with some lace appliques. Neither of them got me super excited, so I will keep up my search for the dress that got away. Meanwhile I was pleased to find that Dress also has a healthy selection of well-made jewelry, as well as designer shoes for perusal. I may have struck out this time but this shop is definitely going into my rotation. This Brooklyn girl is definitely starved for some fun fashion finds.

Everything I actually live to wear I bought at the shop. Such stylish good quality clothes…read more Nicky and Carol are so helpful. Thank so much!

Awesome store especially if you just can't find your "style" at Belks etc. what a riot saying it is…read morefor the mature women. This store is for trend setting women of any age!! Carol is an expert at showing things you "should" try on. Every time she is right! Like the dressy outfit she chose for a Sweet Sixteen Birthday bash in New Jersey. Not quite your backyard BBQ She was spot on from the many compliments I received that night!!!! Hmmmm I think I'll go there today!